Travel Nurse Pay in Indiana

Discover average travel nurse pay rates, stipends, and take-home calculations for Indiana. Use our free calculator below to estimate your earnings.

Travel Nurse Pay Breakdown

Estimate your take-home pay, taxes, and blended rate in seconds.

Overtime (Optional)

Blended Hourly Rate

$58.89

Based on 36 hours in CA.

Gross Weekly Pay

$2,120

Taxable Weekly Income

$720

Estimated Weekly Taxes

$173

True Net Weekly Pay

$1,947

Assignment Projections

13-Week Assignment

$25,314

Net Pay

26-Week Assignment

$50,627

Net Pay

Annual (52 weeks)

$101,254

Net Pay

Take Home vs Taxes

Take Home
Taxes

Average Travel Nurse Pay in Indiana

Hourly Rate

$42/hr

Weekly Gross

$1,680

Annual

$87,360

GSA Per Diem Rates for Indiana

Lodging

$98/night

Meals

$59/day

Incidentals

$5/day

These rates determine the maximum tax-free stipend amounts for travel nurses in Indiana.

Tax Information for Indiana

State Income Tax 3.23%
Tax-Friendly for Travel Nurses Yes

Cost of Living in Indiana

Cost of Living Index

87.9

Below national average

Housing

Low

Utilities

Low

Popular Cities for Travel Nurses in Indiana

Indianapolis

Avg Pay: $44/hr

Fort Wayne

Avg Pay: $42/hr

Evansville

Avg Pay: $41/hr

Top Hospitals in Indiana

  • Indiana University Health
  • St. Vincent Hospital
  • Community Health Network

Nursing License Requirements for Indiana

Nurse Licensure Compact Yes
License Cost $200
Processing Time 2-4 weeks

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do travel nurses make in Indiana?

Travel nurses in Indiana typically earn between $37 and $52 per hour in taxable wages, with an average of $42/hr. When including tax-free stipends, the blended hourly rate ranges from $46-61 per hour.

What are the GSA rates for Indiana?

The GSA per diem rates for Indiana are: Lodging: $98/night, Meals: $59/day, and Incidentals: $5/day. These rates determine the maximum tax-free stipend amounts travel nurses can receive.

Is Indiana tax-friendly for travel nurses?

Indiana has a state income tax rate of 3.23%, making it relatively tax-friendly for travel nurses. However, you'll still pay federal taxes on your taxable wages.

What is the cost of living in Indiana?

The cost of living index in Indiana is 87.9, which is below the national average. Housing costs are low, and utilities are low.

Do I need a separate license to work in Indiana?

Indiana is part of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC), so if you have a compact license, you can work here without additional licensing. The license costs $200 and typically takes 2-4 weeks to process.